Cookeville Police Urge Preparation For Busy School Zones
The Cookeville Police Department urging drivers to reduce speed as schools ramp up for the fall semester. Administrative Sergeant Charlotte Austin said motorists often fail to recognize the change in speed limits because driving habits become second nature on familiar roadways. “We have a lot of speeding in school zones,” Austin said. “Our traffic unit […]
Highway 70 Four-Way Stop Significantly Reduces Collisions
White County has reduced major motor vehicle accidents following the installation of a four-way stop at the intersection of Highway 70 and Old Kentucky Road. White County Emergency Management Director Matt McBride said the transition to a four-way stop followed a collaborative effort between the White County Executive’s office, the White County Sheriff’s Office and […]
Sparta Board Approves Crosswalk Near New Restaurants
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approving the installation of a new crosswalk and pedestrian signage near several new restaurants on Monterey Street. Alderman Jim Floyd said the increase in foot traffic from people parking across the street to visit new businesses necessitates a formal crossing area. Floyd said many patrons currently park at […]
Sparta Board Approves Sewell Drive Three-Way Stop
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approving the installation of a three-way stop at the intersection of Sewell Drive and Turntable Road Thursday. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city has received several complaints regarding the intersection. Drivers turning left from Turntable Road onto Sewell Drive must pull out into heavy traffic. “It’s just a […]
T-DOT To Reconfigure Busy Downtown McMinnville Intersection
T-DOT will help reconfigure the intersection of Main Street and Chancery Street in McMinnville to improve traffic flow and safety for large vehicles. Public Works Director Lyndon Bussell said the project addresses a current lane configuration. Bussell said the adjustment aims to prevent accidents and collisions. “The left lane actually has to go a little […]
Council Approves All-Way Stop At Quinland Lake, RC Buck
Algood will install an all-way stop at the intersection of RC Buck and Quinland Lake Road to address ongoing safety and visibility concerns. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the decision followed a traffic study requested by the council several months ago to evaluate the intersection. Morrison said while the study found the stop was not […]
T-DOT Prelim Design For I-40 Widening Set For Summer
T-DOT has pushed back the completion of the I-40 widening between Cookeville and Monterey to somewhere in 2032. T-DOT Regional Communications Officer Rae-Anne Bradley said the project is part of the department’s 10-year plan and remains in the very early stages of development. Bradley said construction slated to begin in late 2029 or early 2030. […]
Caution Urged As Sun Glare Blinds School Zone Drivers
Shifting spring sunlight create dangerous glare conditions for drivers navigating Upper Cumberland school zones during morning commutes. Cookeville Police Department Sgt. Charlotte Austin said the combination of warmer weather and altered daylight hours has led to an increase in foot and bicycle traffic during peak drop-off times. Austin said drivers encounter bright sunlight at unexpected […]
Cookeville Board Rejects 7-Eleven Sign Height Variance
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals rejected a request Thursday to increase the height of directional signs for a new South Jefferson Avenue gas station due to traffic safety concerns. City Planner Chris Phillips said the request involved four signs at the proposed new Speedway location, next to the old Putnam County Fairgrounds. The petitioner […]
Pickett Commissioners Asking For T-DOT Assistance For 111 Turn Lanes
The Pickett County Commissioners expressed concern Monday night about the state of traffic safety along Highway 111, with the need for additional turning lanes discussed. Multiple officials shared the need for more turning lanes during the meeting, citing intersections that have had dangerous or even fatal accidents in the area. County Executive Stephen Bilbrey said […]
